F-16 Signal Converter
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, UT has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the acquisition of F-16 Signal Converters. This action is for a sole-source, limited competition procurement.
Purpose & Scope
This J&A outlines the rationale for procuring 14 units of the Signal Converter, NSN/PN 5895-01-675-2571. The purpose is to acquire this specific item under a Firm Fixed Price contract due to limited available sources.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Item: Signal Converter, NSN/PN 5895-01-675-2571
- Quantity: 14 units
- Identified Sources: BAE Systems (CAGE 12436) and Ametek Programmable Power (CAGE 25965) are the only known sources of supply.
Justification for Limited Competition
This acquisition is restricted under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits awards when supplies or services are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources. Efforts to promote competition included a sources sought notice posted on November 25, 2025, which yielded no responses. Inquiries to manufacturers regarding proprietary data rights were declined, and the necessary technical data is not available to permit full and open competition. The available data reflects the minimum needs of the Government.
Response Information
This document is a justification for a sole-source award and is not a solicitation for proposals. Therefore, submission and evaluation criteria for potential bidders are not applicable.